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Sanctuary of Truth

Located just north of Pattaya.

While not a Temple or Wat, the Sanctuary of Truth is a gigantic wooden construction which covers the area of more than two rais (just under 1 acre). The top point of the building is about 105 meters (344 feet) high. It was constructed to withstand the wind and sunshine on the seashore at Rachvate Cape, Tumbon Naklea, Amphur Banglamung, Chon Buri Province.

The building was constructed according to ancient Thai ingenuity and every square inch of the building is covered with wooden carve sculpture. The purposes of decoration with wooden carve sculptures are to use art and culture as the reflection of Ancient Vision of Earth, Ancient Knowledge, and Eastern Philosophy. With in this complex, visitors will understand Ancient Life, Human Responsibility, Basic Thought, Cycle of living, Life Relationship with Universe and Common Goal of Life toward Utopia. Construction began in 1981 and is estimated to continue until 2020.
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Martial Arts Show
Martial Arts Show
Thai Dancers
Thai Dancers
Dancing Horse
Dancing Horse
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